Warm Pet Project
Help Feral Cats Stay Warm this Winter
The Humane Society of Macomb believes that all animals should be loved and warm throughout the harsh Michigan winters.
Despite having fur coats that cover their bodies, cats are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia at some of the more extreme temperatures during the Michigan winters.
Yet there are many pets that live outside, mostly community cat populations that are feral and cannot be brought inside, but there are some dogs that are housed outside too.
What are we doing?
We are not here to judge.
This initiative is meant to educate and assist pet owners and those who take care of community cat populations.
We are building shelters for cats.
The average cat shelter costs about $40 to build.
These shelters will be distributed throughout our community and the region.
How can you help?
There are five key ways you can help keep animals warm this winter.
Donate money for supplies to build shelters
Donate supplies to build shelters
Volunteer to build shelters and deliver them throughout southeast Michigan
Volunteer to help spread the word about this program through social media
Volunteer to support fundraisers that will purchase supplies for shelter
Supply List
Home Depot Gift Cards
Dry straw bales
30-35 gallon plastic tubs with lids
20-22 gallon (or 77 quarts) plastic tubs with lids
Reflectix Insulation
Duct tape
Need a Shelter or Know of Someone in Need?
Please complete the form located here and we will be in contact about the shelters you request.
Questions?
If you have questions, please contact our volunteer coordinator at volunteer@humanesocietyofmacomb.org.